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Q: What is the most common size garbage disposal?

• <div><p>The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.</p></div>

Q: Will unplugging my garbage disposal reset it?

• <div><p>While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it&rsquo;s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it&rsquo;s working about 10 minutes later.</p></div>

Q: How can I prevent drain clogs and blockages?

• <div><p>To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.</p></div>

Q: Is fixing a leaking garbage disposal worth it?

• <div><p>If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/garbage-disposal-repair-and-replacement.htm">repair or replace your garbage disposal</a>, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-s-it-cost-replace-garbage-disposal.htm">Replacing a garbage disposal costs</a> anywhere from <b>$150 to $950</b>, but the average cost is somewhere around<b> $550</b>. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.</p></div>

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Last update on July 02, 2024

Reviewed in July 2024
Raul and his crew , from Williams Tree Service, just finished removing two trees and trimming back branches on our maple and sycamore. They did an excellent job. They were friendly, courteous and reasonably priced. They are currently cleaning up all the debris and our yard looks great. I would...
Williams Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2024
Excellent customer service and will listen to what you want and make sure you get what you want. Very knowledgeable about the process specific to our environment and the specific needs required for the proper installation based on the frost line issues that can cause post heaving and how to...
TLC Fence
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Reviewed in January 2024
I was very nervous about this project because this tree was so huge. In one day the tree was gone along with all the debris. Unfortunately I was not home but my neighbors were very impressed with the operation! Would highly recommend.
L&H Tree Service, Excavation, and Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great job,neat and tidy,installing the new generator. I am confident I picked the right company for my generator. Thank you Elaine Damon, Friendship N.Y.
Hurricane Home Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2021
Very professional, efficient, safe! Everything was cleaned up ! Fair price! Will definitely hire them again!
L&H Tree Service, Excavation & Construction
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Reviewed in August 2021
Absolutely awesome. Took care of everything. My yard was picked up beautifully which wasn't easy since they took down 5 enormous pine trees. They finished the job quickly. I have been recommending them to all my friends.
Northeast Arbor Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2021
Very knowledgeable,fasr and they did a great job cleaning up after job was complete. Going to have them back in fall for trimmng and winterizing thanks again great job!
East Coast Arbor Pro Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2013
This company installed a furnace in the spring of 2013, later that year in the fall the furnace was not working. They showed up to fix the problem, troubleshooted it and then charged me $89.00 without advising me of the fees before doing the work. You would think that if a company installs a...
VAIL HARDWARE INC
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Reviewed in August 2013
Horrible is the only word to describe my experience with this florist. I have had 3 dealings with Uptown Florist and they have all been awful. I order flowers via Teleflora, who then sends the order to a local florist to fill. The first time the order was sent to Uptown it was an order for...
UPTOWN FLORIST INC
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Reviewed in August 2012
Called contractor from phone book ad for an estimate on reroofing our home. Contractor, Terry Atkins, met me at our home several hours later. He measured the roof and provided choices on shingles to me. This was the end of June 2012. The story he presented to me was that as of July 1, the cost...
All Seasons General Contracting
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Jrods junk removal

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Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

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Skidmores Land Care

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Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

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Veteran owned busniess. Been in business for a couple years. Accredited with the BBB and ready to help those in need.

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SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance

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Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Matthew Chase Construction

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Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Small jobs welcome

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n \nOur company strives to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are very detailed and meticulous in our work. We offer free estimates and reasonable prices. \n\nCall us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent service and very friendly staff"

Response time1 day

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"Miller and his colleagues were able to do a lot of things quickly. Along with everything else, they also grabbed some old furniture that I needed help moving to the curb. They took several cares to make sure nothing was damaged during the move, including wrapping the furniture, turning off all the lights, and packaging the picture frames."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"Was very professional, respectful and cleaned up after themselves. Work was done in a timely manner."

Response time4 hrs

Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This pro is the most reliable, dedicated, and hard working team I have seen in a very long time. They went out of their way to make sure everything was in it's place, and knew exactly how to get the job done efficiently. I would hire them again over anyone else"

Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

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"Always showed up on time, explained the details of what he would be doing. All work look real nice when it was finished. Seemed to be done pretty timely Overall I'd definitely hire them again"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Cuba, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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"very professional gave me very competitive estimate very fast!"

Response time2 days

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Garbage Collection questions, answered by experts

The most common garbage disposal size in the U.S. is 1/2 horsepower. This size is ideal for households with three or fewer people or those that don't produce much food waste. Although 1/2 horsepower can't handle the typical food waste load for a household of four (which is about 250 pounds of food waste annually) as effectively as 3/4 horsepower, it remains the most common size of garbage disposal on the market.

While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it’s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it’s working about 10 minutes later.

To prevent drain clogs, perform regular maintenance and cleaning. Avoid disposing of substances like grease or coffee grounds down the sink. Additionally, installing and routinely using drain strainers can help catch debris and prevent blockages from forming.

If the cost of repairing a leaking garbage disposal is close to the cost of replacing the disposal, then fixing the unit might not make sense. When deciding if you should repair or replace your garbage disposal, consider the age of your garbage disposal, the cost of the repair, and whether your garbage disposal has had other problems recently to help you decide if the cost of repairing the leak is better than the cost of replacing the disposal.

Replacing a garbage disposal costs anywhere from $150 to $950, but the average cost is somewhere around $550. There are two types of garbage disposal units, and continuous feed disposals tend to cost more than batch feed disposals. Going for an aluminum garbage disposal is also significantly cheaper than choosing a stainless steel garbage disposal. You'll also need to factor in the horsepower of the motor, labor, and the removal and disposal of your old unit.

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